poor
adjective
having little or no money, goods, or other means of support.
poorest
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superlativeof poor.superlative
The form of an adjective or adverb indicating the greatest degree of a quality.
Example Sentences
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“It’s a program that works for the most vulnerable, the poorest kids in our society, and it’s really important we protect it,” he said in the Wednesday media call.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 6, 2026
Gov. Gavin Newsom called Imperial Valley “the Saudi Arabia of lithium” in 2022, and has touted the industry’s potential to bring jobs and community benefits to one of the poorest counties in the state.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 17, 2026
It was undoubtedly the poorest of his three campaigns since he arrived from Brighton for £35m in 2023.
From BBC ● Jul. 14, 2026
In 1978 China was one of the poorest countries in the world, with a per capita income a fraction of what it is today.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 7, 2026
Although we were the poorest family on Little Hobart Street, Mom and Dad never applied for welfare or food stamps, and they always refused charity.
From "The Glass Castle" by Jeannette Walls
